The Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) has officially announced the AP EAMCET 2026 exam dates on 23rd December 2025. As per the official schedule, the AP EAPCET 2026 (Andhra Pradesh Engineering, Agriculture and Pharmacy Common Entrance Test) for the Engineering stream will be conducted on May 12, 13, 14, 15, and 18, 2026.
The Agriculture and Pharmacy stream exams are scheduled for May 19 and 20, 2026. The entrance test is conducted by Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University (JNTU), Kakinada, for admission to professional courses across the state.
AP EAPCET 2026 Engineering Exam Dates Confirmed
The AP EAPCET 2026 examination for the Engineering stream will be held across five days in May 2026. As per the confirmed calendar, the exam dates are May 12, 13, 14, 15, and 18. The computer-based test will assess candidates in Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry, based on the Intermediate syllabus of the Andhra Pradesh Board.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Andhra Pradesh Engineering, Agriculture and Pharmacy Common Entrance Test (AP EAPCET) 2026 |
| Conducting Body | Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University (JNTU), Kakinada on behalf of APSCHE |
| Official Website | cets.apsche.ap.gov.in |
| Engineering Stream Exam Dates | May 12, 13, 14, 15, and 18, 2026 |
| Agriculture & Pharmacy Stream Exam Dates | May 19 and 20, 2026 |
| Mode of Exam | Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| Application Start Date (Tentative) | March 2026 |
| Courses Covered | BTech, BPharm, BSc Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry, BVSc, BFSc, PharmD, etc. |
AP EAPCET 2026 Agriculture & Pharmacy Exam Schedule
For candidates seeking admission to Agriculture, Pharmacy, and allied courses, the AP EAPCET 2026 will be conducted on May 19 and May 20, 2026. The question paper for these streams will include subjects like Biology, Physics, and Chemistry.
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AP EAPCET 2026 Application Process Timeline
The detailed information brochure and online application process for AP EAPCET 2026 are expected to begin in March 2026. The step-by-step application process will be as follows:
- Visit the official website cets.apsche.ap.gov.in.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Fill in personal, academic, and exam centre details.
- Upload the required photograph and signature.
- Submit the form and print the confirmation page.
Candidates are advised to regularly check the official APSCHE and AP EAPCET websites for the exact start date and detailed notification.
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AP EAPCET 2026: Exam Pattern and Key Guidelines
The AP EAPCET is a computer-based entrance test with no negative marking.
- Engineering Stream: 160 questions (Mathematics-80, Physics-40, Chemistry-40), 3-hour duration.
- Agriculture & Pharmacy Streams: 160 questions (Botany, Zoology, Physics, Chemistry).
Exam Day Instructions:
- Carry a printed copy of the AP EAPCET Admit Card 2026 along with a valid photo ID proof.
- Report to the exam centre well before the reporting time.
- Electronic devices like mobile phones, smart watches, or calculators are strictly prohibited inside the exam hall.
- Follow all instructions given by the exam invigilators.
AP EAPCET 2026 Counselling and Admission
The counselling process for seat allotment in participating institutes is tentatively scheduled to begin in June/July 2026, after the declaration of results. Admissions to Engineering, Agriculture, and Pharmacy programmes in universities across Andhra Pradesh will be based on the AP EAPCET rank, followed by certificate verification and option exercising during counselling.
FAQs
Q1: What are the AP EAMCET 2026 exam dates?
Ans: The AP EAPCET 2026 Engineering exam is on May 12, 13, 14, 15, and 18, 2026. The Agriculture & Pharmacy exam is on May 19 and 20, 2026.
Q2: When will the AP EAPCET 2026 application form be released?
Ans: The online application process is expected to start in March 2026 on the official website, cets.apsche.ap.gov.in.
Q3: Is there negative marking in the AP EAPCET 2026 exam?
Ans: No, there is no negative marking in the AP EAPCET exam. Each correct answer awards one mark.
